Out with the old; in with the new: a home improvement thread.

[GOPisEvil]

When I bought this house, I discovered that the previous owner had installed a very nice Kohler sink in the master bathroom. However, he also installed a VERY bargain basement Home Depot faucet. (See Fig. A below.) Within a few months, the cold side made a noise when being turned on and off. I'd always meant to replace it, but never really got around to it. One day, I decided to visit my Habitat for Humanity Re-Store. I was looking for an old medicine cabinet to hang in my garage for storage. But, I found something better. A new, never-used Kohler faucet. For some reason it was donated to Habitat, and found its way to me. So, today, I installed it. (See Fig. B below.) So, now I have a Kohler sink AND faucet. It works GREAT! You really can tell the difference between Kohler and "Glacier Bay".

Fig. A


Fig. B


Also, I'd NEVER want to be a plumber. My body just doesn't contort that way. x(

[djeseru]

1. Oooh, what a nice sink.

The Kohler does wonders for it. What a great find!

I didn't realize you did plumbing work too. I've got this leak/dishwasher issue... ;)

[GOPisEvil]

2. I do like that sink a lot.

I have no idea how it ended up in this house. Everything was Home Depot brand or worse. That sink seemed out of place. Now it looks pretty. :)

Hmmm...I'm no expert at plumbing, but for you I'll see what I can do. ;)

[djeseru]

4. No! I wouldn't wish plumbing on anyone!

Just giving you a hard time. :P

I've got guys that come and fix that stuff up for me. I just haven't made the call. I still need to get them to come out and fix my drawers...

[GOPisEvil]

7. Ahhh...I remember fixing things with a phone call.

Then I had to up and buy a house. :banghead:

[djeseru]

12. Next time, buy a brand new one.

This is my last scheduled phone call anyway; I'm trying to make the "to fix" list as long as possible... :evilgrin:

[GOPisEvil]

14. Strange, your advice matches my parents'.

If the new houses weren't out in the (relative) sticks, or so blindingly expensive, I would have.

Now, unless it's about how wonderful I am, stop agreeing with my parents! Whose side are you on? :evilgrin:

Hey, make that trip worth THEIR time. ;)

[djeseru]

15. Which is why I'm out in the sticks.

Hey, it's just sheer coincidence, the advice.

That they email me to tell you this stuff is another issue. :D

[GOPisEvil]

16. You know, I'm not shocked.

That they found YOU specifically is intriguing, but that they've found yet another way to get into my life isn't. :D

Actually, if I stay at this job, I could live in the sticks, but the sticks down south.

[djeseru]

17. I work in mysterious ways.

But..hey, weren't you all ready for a move to the west coast just a couple of months ago?

[GOPisEvil]

19. Ooooooo...is that the Twilight Zone music I hear?

I've always wanted to live in CA. But, there are some really nice things about Texas, too. ;) No moves anywhere anytime soon.

[djeseru]

21. No, sorry, that was my circus music on "low."

I can see how that would be distracting.

That's good to hear. :-)

[GOPisEvil]

22. Ooooh...you like circus music, too?

;)

The events of the last week have had a definite impact on my thinking. :)

[no name no slogan]

3. VERY nice!

Do you subcontract, in MN? :evilgrin:

[GOPisEvil]

5. Thanks!

...and everything has a price. I've never been to MN. :D

[ScreamingMeemie]

6. Way to go! Now pull those pants back up to your waist!

;) :hi: It looks great.

[GOPisEvil]

8. Do you find my crack unappealing?

;)

Thank you! :hi:

[ScreamingMeemie]

9. I put my neck out trying to fix a sink once, so I am in awe of your

abilities..:hi:

[GOPisEvil]

10. Getting one's shoulders completely inside a small vanity = PAIN!

I impressed myself! :D

[Robb]

11. That's what the sledgehammer's for

(WHACK) and presto, plenty 'o room. :hi:

[GOPisEvil]

13. Hmm...ya know...that middle piece was just screwed in.

I COULD have taken it out, I guess. Of course I realize this NOW!

[Midlodemocrat]

18. Very, very nice.

Will you come install one for me? I promise lots of good food and beer?











And kids. Sorry. They live here.

[GOPisEvil]

20. Can you send the kids out for a movie?

I can't be held responsible for the streams of curses I let fly when inanimate objects don't comply with my wishes. :7

[GalleryGod]

23. Well done, Dave!

We can wash,cut,and blowdry with the new sink, Sweetie Pants!:loveya:

[shanti]

24. psst

there's a home improvement board here on du. it's very informative, check it out.

carry on.

[buddhamama]

25. nice.

to be honest, i am more impressed by the liquid hand soap on the sink- no offense but that isn't always the case with single guys. eewwww !!! WTG! :thumbsup:

[GOPisEvil]

26. Hahahaha!

:D There is a dispenser of liquid hand soap at both bathroom sinks and at the kitchen sink.

[Callalily]

27. Oh be still my heart!

A man who can plumb! And to entice you all the more, I don't live all too far from the famed Kohler plant! Btw, do you give plumbing advice?

[GOPisEvil]

28. Advice? Yes. Hire a pro for the really tough stuff.

I have installed a bathroom sink and faucet/drain in my spare bathroom, and now this faucet. I need a new faucet in my kitchen, but that can wait.

Kohler makes good stuff. I wish all my plumbing fixtures was Kohler.

[Callalily]

29. Drat! I'm a do-it-yourself

kinda gal! At least the "easy" stuff. But yes, I do think I'm going to have to break down and hire someone! Sheesh!